Roger Federer, considered to be the King of Tennis, has been on the wrong side of destiny for the past few months. The fall in form may be due to his growing age or a susceptible back injury, but is still a question for his survival in this season. Interestingly, Federer has lost to Tommy Robredo, who in fact is 31 years of age.
Robredo, became the first man to have won 3 consecutive grand slam matches in being 2 sets down at the French Open this year. The Spaniard is in good form and had challenged Federer at a surface which isn't Robredo's Favourite.
The very much anticipated Rafa Roger Quarterfinals, once again could not be a reality. You would call it destiny or may be a lack of confidence creeping in Federer's game.But you cannot rule out the fact that Federer has the ability to bounce back and scarp off all the doubts and criticism to rest.
Federer lost to Robredo in straight sets in the 4th round, 7-6 (3) ,6-3,6-4. The culprit for Federer's loss could be his Unforced Errors which accounted to a total of 43 and also he was able to convert just 2 out of 16 break points that he had. In the end, it was Robredo who had the last laugh and a dream win against Federer.
Robredo could not beat Federer in 10 of their previous meetings as had a 0-10 record coming into this match. Federer failed just at the wrong moment as it could be his last chance, if supposedly considered his age as a factor of hindrance, to reach the later stages of a Grand Slam. Roger was seeded 7th at this year's open, a seed which Federer has not been ranked in a time of Decade. This could only just add to the belief that its time up for the King to hang his shoes.
Federer's loss in 4th round, adds up to his woes of loosing more points than gaining as He had reached the quarters last year. Federer's slide in the rankings would mean a lot to the equation between the Djokovic, Nadal, Murray and Federer. This could possibly mean that Federer could meet the Top 3 at stages earlier than the Quarters at Grand Slams/ ATP Masters.
All in all, the question which keeps on haunting me after every loss of Federer at Grand slam in recent times is that Is the Decadence of the King Inevitable ???
And Every time I hope that let this not be true for at least one more Grand Slam.
Quote of the Day:
"I kind of feel like I beat myself, without taking any credit away from Tommy," said Federer.
Robredo, became the first man to have won 3 consecutive grand slam matches in being 2 sets down at the French Open this year. The Spaniard is in good form and had challenged Federer at a surface which isn't Robredo's Favourite.The very much anticipated Rafa Roger Quarterfinals, once again could not be a reality. You would call it destiny or may be a lack of confidence creeping in Federer's game.But you cannot rule out the fact that Federer has the ability to bounce back and scarp off all the doubts and criticism to rest.
Federer lost to Robredo in straight sets in the 4th round, 7-6 (3) ,6-3,6-4. The culprit for Federer's loss could be his Unforced Errors which accounted to a total of 43 and also he was able to convert just 2 out of 16 break points that he had. In the end, it was Robredo who had the last laugh and a dream win against Federer.
Robredo could not beat Federer in 10 of their previous meetings as had a 0-10 record coming into this match. Federer failed just at the wrong moment as it could be his last chance, if supposedly considered his age as a factor of hindrance, to reach the later stages of a Grand Slam. Roger was seeded 7th at this year's open, a seed which Federer has not been ranked in a time of Decade. This could only just add to the belief that its time up for the King to hang his shoes.
Federer's loss in 4th round, adds up to his woes of loosing more points than gaining as He had reached the quarters last year. Federer's slide in the rankings would mean a lot to the equation between the Djokovic, Nadal, Murray and Federer. This could possibly mean that Federer could meet the Top 3 at stages earlier than the Quarters at Grand Slams/ ATP Masters.
All in all, the question which keeps on haunting me after every loss of Federer at Grand slam in recent times is that Is the Decadence of the King Inevitable ???
And Every time I hope that let this not be true for at least one more Grand Slam.
Quote of the Day:
"I kind of feel like I beat myself, without taking any credit away from Tommy," said Federer.
I now really think that we hope hopelessly against hope for any magic. It has been a year full of despair for me.. I think Roger and Sachin should retire by end of this season.. Cannot see lesser mortals criticizing them, any further.... Alls well that ends well....
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